Understanding Atomic Orbitals and Energy Sublevels

What is the shape of the 1s orbital?

• Dumbbell

• Planar

• Tetrahedral

• Spherical

How many electrons can the 2s orbital hold?

• Six

• Two

• One

• Four

What is the maximum number of electrons that can occupy the 2p sublevel?

• Eight

• Six

• Four

• Two

Which axis does the 2px orbital align with?

• None of the above

• Z-axis

• Y-axis

• X-axis

What shape is commonly used to describe the 2p orbitals?

• Dumbbell

• Planar

• Spherical

• Tetrahedral